Things to do in Kilkenny

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Kilkenny
Kilkenny
Kilkenny
Kilkenny

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What to do in Kilkenny


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Areas of Kilkenny

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Kilkenny City Centre

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Kilkenny City Centre is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Grace's Castle and Smithwick's Brewery Tour while you're in town.

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Newpark

Though Newpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nowlan Park and Grace's Castle.

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Deansground

While there might not be top attractions in Deansground, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

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Smithsland

Though Smithsland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

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Lyrath

While there might not be top attractions in Lyrath, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Hub and The Watershed.

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Talbotsinch

Talbotsinch might not have many top sights, but St. Canice's Cathedral and Black Abbey are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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